WO2004075464A2 - Haptic pads for use with user-interface devices - Google Patents
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- This invention relates generally to haptic-feedback systems. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to haptic devices for use with a variety of computer/video interface devices.
- BACKGROUND Haptic feedback provides for a new modality of sensing and enhances human experiences in many applications.
- Known haptic-enabled interface devices are typically constructed as integrated devices, where haptic-enabling components (e.g., actuators and associated control circuits) are integrated with other functional components to form a single structure for a given device.
- haptic-enabling components e.g., actuators and associated control circuits
- actuator and associated electronics which may include a local processor
- actuator and associated electronics are disposed within and coupled to the same housing that also encloses an otherwise conventional mouse, thereby imparting tactile sensations to a user in contact with the housing.
- haptic-rendering devices While such an "all-in-one" construction renders a simpler appearance to the overall structure, it affords more complexity and cost to the manufacturing of such haptic devices and in some instances, limits or compromises haptic effects that can be delivered. Moreover, the integration of haptic capabilities varies not only with the device type, but also with the device manufacturer. As such, consumers are left with fewer choices, if haptic feedback is desired. In some situations, for instance, a consumer may have to abandon his/her favorite mouse, in order to adapt a haptic one. A need thus exists for a new type of haptic-rendering devices that overcome the above shortcomings.
- a haptic device comprises a contact surface and an actuator coupled to the contact surface.
- the actuator is configured to receive a control signal responsive to an input from a user-interface device physically distinct from and removably coupled to the contact surface, and output a haptic effect to the contact surface.
- FIG. I shows a haptic device, according to an embodiment of the invention
- FIG. 2 depicts an application of a haptic device, according to an embodiment of the invention
- FIG. 3 shows another embodiment of a haptic device of the invention
- FIGS. 4-5 show two alternative embodiments of a haptic device of the invention
- FIG. 6 depicts an arrangement of a "haptic pad” equipped with an electroactive polymer actuator, according to an embodiment of the invention
- FIG. 7 depicts a cross-sectional view of the haptic pad shown in FIG. 6.
- a haptic device for use with a variety of user-interface devices, and for complementing user's experiences in interacting with a computer (or video) system.
- a haptic device comprises: a pad having a contact surface; and an actuator coupled to the pad.
- the actuator is configured to receive a control signal responsive to an input from a user-interface device physically distinct from and removably coupled to the contact surface, and output a haptic effect to the contact surface.
- the user-interface device e.g., a computer mouse
- a processor e.g., included in a computer is operable to generate the control signal in response to the input from the user-interface device, and transmits the control signal to the actuator.
- the corresponding haptic effect output by the actuator imparts haptic (e.g., tactile) sensations to a user manipulating the user-interface device.
- FIG. 1 depicts a schematic illustration of a haptic device 100, according to an embodiment of the invention.
- the haptic device 100 comprises a pad 110, which may include a contact surface 112 and an underside 114; an actuator 120; a circuitry 130; and one or more compliant elements such as first and second compliant elements 140, 142.
- the actuator 120 and the circuitry 130 are coupled to, e.g., attached to the underside 114 of the pad 110, as shown in this embodiment.
- the circuitry 130 sends a control signal to the actuator 120.
- the actuator 120 outputs a haptic effect to the pad 110.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 are coupled (e.g., attached) to the underside 114 of the pad 110.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 serve to mechanically isolate the pad 110, e.g., from a ground surface 150 on which the pad 110 is disposed, such that the haptic effect imparted by the actuator 120 is contained and thereby maximized within the pad 110.
- the control signal from the circuitry 130 may be responsive to an input from a user-interface device.
- FIG. 2 depicts an application 200 of the haptic device 100, according to an embodiment of the invention. It will be appreciated that like elements are labeled by like numerals in FIGS. 1-2 (as well as in other figures).
- the pad 110 along with the actuator 120 and the circuitry 130, is supported by the compliant elements 140, 142 on a ground surface 250 which may be a desk (or table) top.
- a user-interface device 260 which may be for example a computer mouse, is disposed on and manipulatable from the contact surface 112 of the pad 110.
- the user-interface device 260 can be translated, and/or rotated on the contact surface 112, for instance.
- the contact surface 112 can be made substantially planar, and/or of a sufficient size, so as to facilitate the operation of the user-interface device 260.
- the contact surface 112 (or the pad 110) can also be made to look and/or feel like a "mouse pad," for example, if so desired in a given application.
- the user-interface device 260 is in communication with a processor 270, which may be included for example in a "host" computer (or video system) 275.
- the circuitry 130 can include a data communication interface, such as a Universal Serial Bus (USB) port or a wireless receiver/transmitter, configured to communicate between the processor 270 and the actuator 120.
- the circuitry 130 may further include other electronic circuits devised for facilitating the operation of the actuator 110, such as power supplies/amplifiers.
- a user can manipulate the interface device 260 on the contact surface 112 of the pad 110, and experience the haptic effects that are correlated with his/her manipulation.
- the processor 270 can operate to detect an input from the user-interface device 260 (e.g., as a result of a movement of the user-interface device 260), which may also be associated with a feature shown on a display screen 272 of the computer 275.
- the processor 270 further generates a control signal based upon the input from the user-interface device 260 and transmits the control signal to the actuator 120 by way of the circuitry 130.
- the actuator 120 outputs a haptic effect to the pad 110 that is correlated with the user's manipulation of the user-interface device 260.
- the user can experience the corresponding haptic sensations via the user-interface device 260, and or via direct contact with the contact surface 112 of the pad 110.
- the haptic effect thus generated can be coordinated with the cursor position at a particular location on the display screen 272, such as an icon, a menu item or a button, as a result of the user's manipulation of the user-interface device 260.
- the haptic effect can be correlated with a feature in a virtual reality environment (e.g., a video game, a medical or flight simulation) displayed on the display screen 272, with which the user is interacting by way of the user-interface device 260.
- the haptic effect can also be used to assist the user's online shopping, navigating web pages, and the like.
- the haptic device 100 enables the user to interact with a computer/video system by way of a conventional (or "non-haptic") user-interface device, such as one of a variety of mice readily available in the art, yet still being able to feel haptic sensations that complement and enhance his/her experiences.
- the user-interface device 260 need not be situated on the contact surface 112 of the pad 110, as illustrated by the embodiment of FIG. 2.
- a user may use a right hand to manipulate the user-interface device 260 (e.g., a mouse) on the desktop 250, and place a left hand on the contact surface 112 of the pad 110 to experience the haptic sensations thus generated.
- the control signal from the circuitry 130 can be related to an "internal event," e.g., generated by the computer 275 shown in FIG. 2.
- the internal event can include (but is not limited to), for example, an alert for an incoming message such as an email or text message, or a schedule-reminder for a pre-scheduled activity such as a meeting or an appointment.
- a user may be in direct contact with the pad 110, e.g., by placing a hand (or an arm) on the contact surface 112.
- the processor 270 is configured to generate a control signal upon the occurrence of an event (e.g., an incoming email), and to transmit the control signal to the actuator 120 by way of the circuitry 130.
- the actuator 120 outputs a corresponding haptic effect to the pad 110, thereby alerting the user the incoming email.
- Haptic effects can also be output to the pad 110 in accordance with a pre-determined scheme, e.g., to remind the user of a pre-scheduled activity (such as an appointment).
- haptic effects with different characteristics e.g., vibrations with different frequencies and/or amplitudes
- the internal event in the above can also include a sound effect, thereby allowing a user to "feel" the sound effect by way of haptic sensations, for instance.
- a user may be in direct contact with the pad 110, e.g., by placing a hand (or another body part) on the contact surface 112.
- the processor 270 operates to generate and transmit an appropriate control signal to the circuitry 130, as a sound effect (e.g., a music file) is played.
- the actuator 120 receives the control signal from the circuitry 130 and outputs a corresponding haptic effect to the pad 110, thus allowing the user to "feel" the sound effect he/she is listening to.
- a sequence of haptic effects can be output that are coordinated with various music notes (and/or melodies) in a music file.
- haptic effects can also be used to complement sound effects in a video game, or other virtual reality environments.
- the internal event in the above can further include a visual effect, such as showing a video or DVD.
- a visual effect such as showing a video or DVD.
- a user can be in direct contact with the pad 110, e.g., by placing a hand (or another body part) on the contact surface 110.
- the processor 270 operates to generate and transmit an appropriate control signal to the circuitry 130, as a visual effect (e.g., a video or DVD file) is played.
- the actuator 120 receives the control signal from the circuitry 130 and outputs a corresponding haptic effect to the pad 110, thus complementing the visual effect the user is watching.
- various haptic effects can be output that are coordinated with different events/features in a video file.
- haptic effects can also be used to complement visual effects in other virtual reality environments, such medical, driving, or flying simulations.
- the term "haptic effect” is construed broadly to encompass any type of force feedback that is capable of effecting haptic sensations, such as tactile or kinesthetic sensations, to a user in contact with a haptic device.
- the tactile sensations may further include vibrations, pulses, jolts, textures, and the like.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 serve to mechanically isolate the pad 110 (along with the actuator 120) from the ground surface 150 (or the desktop 250) on which it is disposed, whereby the haptic effect output to the pad 110 is "contained” (or “localized”) within the pad 110, with as little transmission to the outside as possible. This renders a broader dynamic range (e.g., greater magnitude and/or wider frequency range) to the haptic sensations experienced by the user.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 can include any means that mechanically decouples the pad 110 from a ground surface (such as the desktop 250) on which it is disposed.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 can include suitable flexible and/or elastic materials, such as rubber or foam, that damp out (or absorb) the force-feedback effect such as vibrations imparted to the pad 110.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 can be made like "elastic feet" in support of the pad 110.
- the compliant elements 140, 142 can also be configured as a contiguous piece, e.g., in the shape of a ring that is attached to the outer perimeter of the underside 114 of the pad 110.
- the actuator 120 can be equipped with an "elastic foot" (such as the second compliant element 142), which as a whole provides support to the pad 110 (along with the first compliant element 140).
- the compliant elements may be devised to be effective only in a specific frequency range, for instance.
- the pad 110 is construed broadly to include one or more rigid, semi-rigid, or other suitable materials that are effective in supporting and transmitting force feedback, and shaped in any geometry deemed suitable for a given application.
- the pad 110 is shown to have a contact surface 112 that is substantially planar. This should not be construed as limiting in any manner, however.
- the contact surface 112 can be equipped with a non-planar topology, e.g., adapted for a particular body part (e.g., a hand or an arm), for instance.
- the pad 110 can also be of non-uniform thickness.
- the pad 110 may have a relatively small thickness, so as to exhibit the haptic effects as forcefully as possible.
- the pad 110 can be shaped such to exhibit the haptic effect preferentially at a particular location (or "haptic sweet spot"), as further described below.
- the circuitry 130 serves to send control signals to the actuator 120 that render haptic effects.
- the circuitry 130 can include a data communication interface, such as a USB port, a wireless receiver/transmitter, or other types of wired or wireless data communication means known in the art for interfacing between a processor (such as a computer) and an actuator.
- the circuitry 130 can also include a "local" processor, configured to generate control signals based on the instructions from a "host" processor (such as the processor 270 of FIG. 2).
- the circuitry 130 can further include appropriate electronic circuits devised to facilitate the operation of the actuator 120. Such electronic circuits may include power supplies, amplifiers, and the like.
- the processor 270 of FIG. 2 is shown within the computer 275 that also includes a display screen 272.
- the processor 270 can generally be embodied, for example, in a personal computer (such as desktop or laptop), a workstation, or one of a variety of home video game console systems commonly connected to a television set or other display screen.
- the processor 270 can also be a stand-alone controller or other known processing means, capable of controlling and coordinating between a haptic device and a user-interface device (or an internal event), as described above.
- the processor 270 can be further equipped with networking capabilities, for instance.
- the display screen 272, under control of the processor 270 can include, for example, one of an LCD panel, a CRT monitor, a TV set, a 3-D goggle (e.g., worn by a user), or other known display means.
- the user-interface device 260 includes, but is not limited to, for example: a mouse, a joystick, a trackball, a touch panel, a direction pad, a stylus, a keyboard, a gamepad, a steering wheel, a knob, a remote control, a graphic tablet, a medical instrument (such as a laparoscope or a catheter), or other types of known user-interface devices.
- a user can manipulate (e.g., translate and/or rotate) the user-interface device 260 on the contact surface 112 of the pad 110, and experience the haptic effect thus imparted to the pad 110 via the user-interface device 260.
- a user can manipulate a user-interface device by one hand at one location, and be in contact with the pad 110 by the other hand at a separate location.
- a user can also experience the haptic sensations by way of other body parts in contact with the pad 110 (e.g., the contact surface 112).
- a user can use two hands to play a gamepad, while placing one (or both) of the elbows on the pad 110, so as to experience the corresponding haptic effects.
- the haptic device 110 can also be used as an extension of a user-interface device (e.g., a keyboard), or a laptop computer, serving as a "haptic wrist rest," for instance.
- the actuator 120 may be a pager motor, an inertial actuator, an eccentric rotating motor (e.g., a motor with an eccentric mass coupled to its shaft), a harmonic eccentric rotating motor (a motor with an eccentric mass flexibly coupled to its shaft), a voice coil actuator, a solenoid actuator, a piezoelectric actuator, an electroactive polymer actuator, a hydraulic actuator, a pneumatic actuator or other types of actuators suitable for generating haptic (e.g., vibrotactile) effects.
- U.S. Patent Nos. 6,429,846 and 6,424,333 disclose further details relating to some of these actuators, both of which are incorporated in full herein by reference.
- the actuator 120 is shown to be attached to the underside 114 of the pad 110. This should not be construed as limiting in any manner, however.
- the actuator 260 can also be attached to the contact surface 112 of the pad 110 (see FIG. 3 for example), or coupled to other parts of the pad 110 as deemed suitable in a given application.
- FIG. 6 depicts one embodiment of a "haptic pad" having an electroactive polymer actuator.
- multiple actuators can also be implemented in a haptic device.
- a pad (such as the pad 110 above) may be further configured to exhibit a "haptic sweet spot.”
- the haptic effect e.g., vibrations
- the haptic sweet spot By judiciously selecting the underlying composition and geometry of the pad, along with the locations of one or more actuators, the haptic effect (e.g., vibrations) imparted to the pad can be most pronounced at a particular location on the pad, termed a "haptic sweet spot" herein.
- this may be accomplished by maintaining the contact surface 112 substantially planar, while shaping the underside 114 according to a pre-determined profile (e.g., by thinning some regions while thickening other regions underneath the contact surface 112) devised in accordance with the placement of the actuator 120 (and other external factors).
- a pre-determined profile e.g., by thinning some regions while thickening other regions underneath the contact surface 112 devised in accordance with the placement of the actuator 120 (and other external factors).
- FIG. 3 shows another embodiment of a haptic device 300 of the invention.
- the haptic device 300 comprises: a pad 310; an actuator 320; and a circuitry 330.
- the pad 310 can include a contact surface 312 and an underside 314.
- the actuator 320, along with the circuitry 330, is coupled to the contact surface 312.
- the constituent components as shown may be substantially similar to the counterparts described above with respect to the haptic device 100.
- the operation of this device as a whole can also be similar to that of the haptic device 100 described above, other than that there are no compliant elements implemented in this embodiment.
- the haptic device 300 may operate in conjunction with one or more external compliant elements.
- the underside 314 of the pad 310 may be disposed on a conventional mouse pad, or other means that is effective in providing mechanical isolation to the haptic device 300.
- FIGS. 4-5 depict two alternative embodiments of a haptic device of the invention.
- FIG. 4 depicts a haptic device 400, comprising: a pad 410 having a contact surface 412 and an underside 414; an actuator 420, a circuitry 430; and an "L-shaped" support 450 which may include a base member 452.
- the pad 410 is shown to be pivotally coupled to the support 450 on one end, e.g., by way of a "hingelike" element 480.
- the actuator 420 is coupled to the underside 414 of the pad 410, e.g., disposed (e.g., snuggly sandwiched) between the other (or “free”) end of the pad 410 and the base member 452.
- the actuator 420 acts under a control signal from the circuitry 430, it effectively causes the pad 410 to move up and down pivotally about the hinge element 480, thereby imparting haptic sensations to a user manipulating a user-interface device 460 on (and/or in direct contact with) the contact surface 412 by virtue of the movement of the pad 410.
- the circuitry 430 is shown to be attached to the base member 452; however, it can also be placed elsewhere in alternative embodiments.
- the pad 410 and the circuitry 430 maybe configured similarly to their counterparts in the haptic device 100 of FIG. 1.
- the actuator 420 may be one of the actuators described above.
- FIG. 5 depicts a haptic device 500 that is similar to the haptic device 400 of FIG. 4, hence like elements are labeled with like numerals.
- the pad 410 is shown to be directly coupled to the base member 452 on one end, e.g., by way of the hinge element 480.
- the actuator 420 is disposed between the other (or
- FIG. 6 depicts an arrangement 600 of a "haptic pad” 620 having an
- the haptic pad 620 comprises an electroactive polymer 624 which may for example form a layer (or sheet), disposed between a first member 622 and a second member 626.
- FIG. 7 further illustrates in a cross-sectional side view of the haptic pad 620.
- the first member 622 includes a first surface 621 that can be configured as a contact surface (e.g., similar to the contact surface 112 of FIG. 1), to which a user-interface device (e.g., a computer mouse) may be removably coupled, as described above with respect to the embodiment of FIG. 1 or 2.
- a first surface 625 of the second member 626 may be disposed on a ground surface such as a desktop (not explicitly shown).
- the first and second members 622, 626 are electrically conductive and compliant, serving as first and second electrodes to the electroactive polymer 624.
- a circuitry (or “electronics") 630 is coupled to the first and second members 622, 626, and is configured to provide appropriate control signals (e.g., electric voltages).
- the circuitry 630 is under control of a processor 670, which may be embodied in a computer that also includes a display screen 672 as shown in FIG. 6.
- Electroactive polymers are known as a class of polymers that can be formulated and/or fabricated to exhibit a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and electro-optical behaviors.
- an electroactive polymer When activated (e.g., under application of an appropriate electric voltage), an electroactive polymer can undergo significant physical movement or deformation, typically referred to as electrostriction. Such deformation can take place along the length, width, thickness, and radius of the material.
- electrostriction When activated (e.g., under application of an appropriate electric voltage), an electroactive polymer can undergo significant physical movement or deformation, typically referred to as electrostriction. Such deformation can take place along the length, width, thickness, and radius of the material.
- Electrostrictive polymers can be classified in two classes: dielectric and phase transition.
- Dielectric electrostrictive polymers are typically in a sandwich construction of two electrically conductive and compliant members. When subject to a sufficiently high electric field (e.g., a few hundred volts), the attractive force between the conductive members "squeezes" the intervening dielectric, thereby giving rise to a significant deformation. In some cases, the deformation can be as much as, or greater than fifty percent.
- U.S. Patent No. 6,376,971 discloses methods for deforming dielectric electrostrictive polymers and constructing actuators thereof, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.
- the electroactive polymer 624 can include a dielectric electrostrictive polymer material.
- the first and second members 622, 626 can be configured to conform (or be compliant) to the changing shape of the electroactive polymer 624.
- the circuitry 630 operates to apply electric (e.g., voltage) signals to the first and second members 622, 626, such that the electroactive polymer 624 undergoes deformations along a "vertical" direction (or "z-axis") 651 that is substantially perpendicular to the contact surface 621.
- the electroactive polymer 624 can be compressed along the vertical direction 651, thus causing a vertical displacement of a user-interface device (e.g., a mouse) that is moveably disposed on it. Further, by varying the applied O 2004/075464
- the electroactive polymer 624 can be rapidly compressed and relaxed in an alternate fashion, thereby imparting tactile-like sensations to the user wielding the mouse.
- a suitable control scheme for controlling the haptic pad 620 can be designed, so as to render desired haptic effects in a given application.
- the first and second members 622, 626 can each include a conductive material, e.g., coated on two opposing sides of the electroactive polymer 624. They may further include one or more additional layers that provide compliance, protection, and/or support. Such layers can be made of rubber, fabric, or other elastic materials, for instance.
- the first and second members 622, 626 can include two conductive and flexible layers (or sheets), being attached to and thereby sandwiching the electroactive polymer 624 therein between, h some cases, either of the first and second members 622, 626 (or the underlying conductive material) can also be of a spatial pattern according to a predetermined scheme, configured to cause non-uniform deformations in different regions of the electroactive polymer 624.
- the contact surface 621 provided by the first member 622 can be made substantially planar, e.g., configured to look and/or feel like a conventional "mouse pad,” if so inclined in a given application.
- the electroactive polymer 624 may be of a thickness (e.g., in the vertical direction 651) effective for achieving desired deformations.
- the electroactive polymer 624 can include one or more sheets of dielectric electrostrictive polymer material (such as those available commercially) stacked between the first and second members 622, 626, so as to achieve substantial deformations.
- the , electroactive polymer sheets may each have its own electrode members, e.g., stacked like parallel capacitors.
- the circuitry 630 of FIG. 6 may be substantially similar to the circuitry 130 of FIG. 1 (or 2) in configuration and operation.
- the processor 670 can also be substantially similar to the processor 270 of FIG. 2 in configuration and operation.
- the circuitry 630 can include a data communication interface, e.g., a USB or wireless receiver/transmitter, for communicating with the processor 670. It may further include appropriate power suppliers/amplifiers for energizing the haptic pad 620.
- the circuitry 630 can include transforming electronics capable of transforming low voltage signals from the processor 670 to high voltage (and low current) signals to be applied to the first and second members 622, 626.
- the circuitry 630 may draw power from the processor 670, and/or from an external power supply (e.g., one or more batteries).
- an external power supply e.g., one or more batteries.
- a suitable circuitry for powering the haptic pad 620 and for communicating with the processor 670 can be designed, for a given application.
- the haptic pad 620 of FIG. 6 can be used in a manner substantially similar to that described with respect to the haptic device 100 of FIG. 1 (or 2), such as imparting haptic sensations in coordination with manipulation of a user-interface device, or an internal event being displayed and/or otherwise output by in a computer (or video) system. Having an electro-active polymer, the haptic device 620 of FIG. 6 can further act as both an actuator and a sensor, as described below.
- An electroactive polymer material can undergo physical deformation under application of an electric signal; it can also output an electrical signal under action of a strain (or pressure). This "duality" enables the haptic pad 620 of FIG. 6 to be used as both an actuator and a sensor.
- the circuitry 630 can be configured to cause the electroactive polymer 630 to constrict, so as to impart tactile sensations in response to a user's manipulation of a user-interface device (e.g., a mouse).
- the circuitry 630 can be further configured to detect electrical signals (e.g., voltage changes) resulting from the pressure exerted by a user on the electroactive polymer 624. This can be useful in a number of ways.
- the processor 670 can be used by the processor 670 to determine whether the user-interface device is being held/manipulated by the user. It can also be used as a "dead-man" switch, e.g., to disable the power supply to the haptic pad 620 when the user-interface device is not in use, or no user contact is made with the haptic pad 620. It can further be used to indicate an analog z- axis control related to downward pressure in the vertical direction 651. It can additionally be used to provide one or more auxiliary user inputs. As a way of example, stenciled regions representing buttons (or other discrete features) can be "silk- screened" on the contact surface 621, with separate electrode members positioned underneath such buttons.
- a button designated as "Internet” can be implemented on the contact surface 621.
- a user can press the button with his/her finger, and it will be reported to the processor 670 and responded accordingly.
- the embodiments of the invention can be used as "generic" haptic- output devices to enhance users' interactions with computer/video systems.
- haptic devices can work in conjunction with and thereby provide "haptic augmentations" to conventional (or “non-haptic”) user-interface devices, irrespective of their types and manufactures.
- Such haptic devices can also act as stand-alone devices to convey information to a user by way of haptic sensations.
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